Sergio Martinez, 29, of Fort Morgan, was found guilty in Morgan County District Court. He was arrested March 20 on charges of Second Degree Assault and Kidnapping.

Interim Sidney City Manager Josh Hanson announced in Tuesday's council meeting the Transportation Department is eliminating Saturday services due to State funding cuts.

County Court Judge James M. Worden, 12th Judicial District, has announced his retirement effective February 9, 2026. He has served as part of the Scotts Bluff Juvenile Drug Court, and as president of the Nebraska County Judges Association.

Sidney is suspending Saturday bus service due to state budget cuts. Weekday routes will continue 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Kimball Police Department will be getting in-car computers for the first time ever after receiving grants to cover the full cost.

Over 1.5 million bags of shredded cheese from major retailers are being recalled nationwide.

Sidney City Clerk Lori Borchert formally announced her retirement in Tuesday's city council meeting. She plans to be in office until March 2.

Kimball Public Schools has received an Excellent rating for the second year in a row from the Nebraska Department of Education.

Nebraska's Department of Education has awarded the Banner County School District an Excellent Rating by the 2024-2025 AQuESTT accountability system.

Disabled veterans in Nebraska will be able to receive an exception for their vehicle taxes and fees.

Register to win a BIG $1,000 Christmas Shopping Spree from Sutton Home Gallery, The Big Boy and Cheyenne County Country by Tuesday, Dec. 17.

Sidney Public Schools announced Monday it is the recipient of an Excellent rating from the Nebraska Department of Education's 2024-2025 AQuESTT accountability system, the highest rating.

Cheyenne County is looking for a way to efficiently transmit documents from remote locations to department offices. The commissioners discussed the purchase of tablet computers and an internet service.

The community is invited to shop local small businesses and have a meet-and-greet with Santa this weekend for the Holiday Craft-Aganza. 

Laramie County authorities say a Burns man died after his pickup struck a stationary train Friday evening. Investigation underway.

A Brush man was arrested last week on two warrants accusing him of sexually assaulting juvenile boys following a months-long investigation by the Brush Police Department and the 13th Judicial District Attorney’s Office.

Sidney’s own Cassie Haupt cracked the nine-number code and won $987 in The Big Boy’s Break the Bank finale.

The Kimball community is invited to watch the annual Parade of Lights this Saturday, Nov. 29 at 5 p.m. 

A man accused of possessing marijuana with the intent to distribute appeared in Kimball County Court Tuesday morning.

Western Nebraska Community College’s Theatre Arts program has once again earned national recognition.

High school hoops are back for the 2025-2026 season and while teams across western Nebraska and eastern Wyoming are fighting hard through four exciting quarters, Longhorn Nation is taking it up notch with a high stakes halftime. 104.3 KIMB's Around the Wo

Authorities confirm remains found at Scotts Bluff National Monument are those of Chance Englebert, missing since 2019. His death has been ruled accidental.

The Sidney Elks Lodge was a true simulation of Thanksgiving with turkey, ham and all the fixings and football (Sidney Raiders) on the televisions while friends and families shared a table.

Sidney police executed their third warrant in five days Tuesday morning, arresting a man on drug charges near 11th and King.

The Compassionate Friends Candle Light Service will be held 7 p.m. December 14 at The Well Church in Sidney

The City of Kimball officials are working together to establish a system that will ensure all contractors are following the city’s regulations and codes set in place. 

Jesse Russell of Bridgeport is scheduled to appear in Morrill County District Court for sentencing for Child Abuse and

The Plateau Pioneers 4-H club is hosting a benefit dinner for the Weber family at Peetz (Colorado) High School December 13.

The State of Nebraska will be visiting Kimball next month to conduct surveys of the active dam.

Three Sidney residents were arrested after police served a drug warrant Sunday morning on N. 14th Ave.

State Sen. Paul Strommen says work continues between sessions as lawmakers study key issues.

The Fox Theater in Sidney recently announced a new management team. The theater will continue under the management of Kim Phillips. New to the theater is a gaming option.

Sterling firefighters quickly knocked down a barn fire Thursday morning on CR 48. No people or livestock were inside, and the fire was contained to the building’s interior. No injuries reported.

The arraignment of Catherine Bondegard of Lodgepole has been continued to December 8 in Cheyenne County Court. She is facing charges of Assault of an Officer/Health Care Professional and Escape.

A quick-thinking Sidney homeowner and neighbor used fire extinguishers to stop a yard tree fire on Virginia Lane Saturday before crews arrived. Sidney Fire Chief Matt Butts says the incident shows why working extinguishers matter.

Kimball police have arrested a 45-year-old man following an investigation involving child sexual abuse material. Charges were filed under Nebraska law, and the case remains under investigation.

North Platte’s Dr. Melissa Mosel appeared on Friday evening’s episode of ‘Wheel of Fortune.’

Operation Safe Haul pulled dozens of unsafe and undocumented commercial drivers off Laramie County roads, resulting in 40 arrests and multiple trucks placed out of service. Here’s what deputies found during the three-day crackdown.

A 20-year-old Sterling, Colo., man is facing charges after a street racing incident resulted in the car he was driving colliding with a building.

Local holiday programs are back for another year, aiming to help families provide magical Christmas experiences for their children.

The All Is Bright indoor Christmas experience is returning for the third year. The event takes place at the Cheyenne County Fairgrounds.

Sidney police say Casey L. Diedrich, 37, was arrested Wednesday near First Avenue on a felony meth possession charge.

The Evangelical Free Church in Sidney is hosting the annual Christmas sale fundraiser for Table of Grace. The event is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Kimball police say a 38-year-old man was arrested Saturday on a child abuse charge after officers responded to an assault report on Chestnut Street.

Kimball police say two people were arrested Wednesday on multiple child abuse charges following an investigation involving a juvenile’s report and a forensic interview.

The 2024-2025 Knowing, Growing, and Grazing Grass webinar series had 58 producers fro eight states. Instructors are now planning the next series for the fall of 2026.

After mild debate, the city council unanimously approved to move forward with a rehabilitation project of the water tank estimated to cost $431,000.

Jeff Phelps says it started as an efficient way of photographing farm land, then developed into a creative outlet with a drone and a camera. His work is on the cover of Nebraska Life Magazine.

The Regional West Foundation Board of Directors recently announced that $7,830 in scholarships was awarded to six students through the West Nebraska Blood Center, located at Regional West Medical Center.

Ogallala alum and North Platte pediatrician Dr. Melissa (Zimmerman) Mosel will appear on “Wheel of Fortune” this Friday evening.

The Marketing Hometown America Action Forum was held Tuesday at the Sidney Elks Lodge. The program is called "a targeted effort to retain and recruit talent to Cheyenne County."

The Kimball City Council approved Tuesday evening the appointment of Gabe Ingram to Kimball and Gering’s Land Bank Board. 

Tri-County Crime Stoppers is looking for help identifying a man who walked out of the Ogallala Bomgaars wearing stolen boots. A reward of up to $1,000 is available for anonymous tips leading to an arrest and conviction.

A new police officer joining the Kimball Police Department was sworn in Tuesday evening at the City Council meeting.

PlainsWest CASA added two volunteers to their list of Court Appointed Special Advocates Monday. PlainsWest CASA now has 22 volunteers and 24 children.

The Cheyenne County Commissioners Monday approved offering Deputy Assessor Christina Lotton the role of Interim Assessor, and approved the Highway Department seek a newer pickup truck and purchase road material for future projects.

The second annual Thanksgiving Food Baskets program was a success, providing a Thanksgiving meal for 45 families.

E3, Energizing Entrepreneurial Ecosystems, hosted a community meeting on the proposed Economic Development Corporation at Western Nebraska Community College in Sidney Monday.

Scottsbluff police say three people were injured in a four-vehicle crash Monday on 21st Avenue. Two drivers were taken by ambulance, and the roadway was closed for about an hour. Investigation is ongoing.

Nebraska State Patrol investigating jail death

NSP has identified the two Sidney residents killed in last week’s Highway 92 crash near McGrew.

Sidney firefighters spent their Sunday training in vehicle extrication to stay prepared for serious crash responses.

West Elementary collected 730 pairs of socks during Socktober - all donated to local schools, churches and charities.

Sidney High School welding students designed, built and installed a new moon gate at the Living Memorial Gardens, fulfilling a “big wish feature” the gardens say will be enjoyed for years to come.